Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertDivision & Section:Public Health, Health ProtectionWork Location:Toronto Public Health HeadquartersJob Type & Duration:Full-time, Hybrid, Permanent VacancySalary Range:$142,104-$189,918 annuallyIdeal Hiring Zone:$157,710 - $ 170,991Shift Information:Monday to Friday, 35 hours per weekAffiliation:Non-UnionNumber of Positions Open:1Posting Period:12-Jan-2026 to 2-Feb-2026The Associate Director (A/D) for Communicable Diseases and Infection Control (CDIC) reports to the Director Health Protection/Deputy Medical Officer of Health. The A/D will work closely with the Associate Director for Communicable Diseases, Institutions, Outbreaks and Liaison (CDIOL) to respond to cases and community outbreaks of diseases of public health significance, follow-up of bloodborne disease cases, oversee inspections of personal services settings and respond to infection control lapses in our community.Job Responsibilities:Provides overall direction to Communicable Diseases and Infection Control (CDIC) program teams, including planning, developing and implementing program components and public policy with the goal of improving population health, reducing infectious diseases, responding to lapses in infection prevention and control (IPAC), outbreaks in the community and case reports of diseases of public health significance and inspections of personal services settings (PSS)Work with the Ontario Ministry of Health and Public Health Ontario to support implementation of the Public Health Standards and the appropriate protocols. This includes a focus on bloodborne infections (HCV, HBV), follow-up of diseases of public health significance and recommendations for responding to infection control lapses in community locations and personal services settingsWorks closely with the Vaccine Preventable Diseases program to oversee support for vaccination activities when post-exposure prophylaxis is necessaryProvides guidance and direction for case management involving exposed individuals, including post-exposure prophylaxis recommendations and consultation on legal issues related to client follow-upDirects through subordinate management staff, all activities of the program, delegating management responsibility appropriatelyDevelops, designs and implements functional policies and programs that make major changes in overall business performance based on long-term needsContributes to the continuous improvement of program performance through ensuring the establishment of appropriate data collection processes and analysis and the development and implementation of sound management practices and proceduresProvides program management staff with direction and guidance, processes and tools to increase efficiencies and improve effectiveness of the programLeads and motivates a diverse program management team and workforce, ensures effective teamwork, provides resolution to controversial labour relations issues, ensures high standards of work quality and organizational performance, continuous learning and encourages innovation in othersDevelops, recommends and administers the annual budget for the program, and ensures that the program’s expenditures are controlled and maintained within budgetManages staff complement control, negotiates service contracts and performance targets with funders and service providers,



and prepares business cases and procurement requests in accordance with corporate requirementsEstablishes employee recruitment, retention and recognition strategiesEnsures due diligence related to occupational health and safetyCoordinates activities of the program with relevant Associate Medical Officers of HealthDirects operations in the program by providing leadership, direction and support to subordinate management staffs who are accountable for the day-to-day program operationMonitors program performance and makes necessary adjustments to meet targetsBuilds effective management teams and co-ordinates activities across the program and its sub-programs delivered through local offices and supported by the relevant AMOHsProvides guidance and direction regarding issues management when there are implications for other city services, intergovernmental liaison and political sensitivityMonitors community health indicators and identifies emerging issues in the external environment that could impact relevant community health needs and/or service delivery pressures, and uses this information to direct the establishment of public health interventions that improve the health of the City’s residentsDevelops multi-year strategic and operating plans that are innovative and evidence-based, maximize service delivery efficiencies, and integrate access and equity principlesDirects and holds responsibility for compliance with Ontario Public Health Standards, applicable statutes, municipal by-laws and City Council directivesDirects activities related to provincial accountability mechanisms, accreditation standards, quality assurance and risk managementDevelops and maintains appropriate communication, consultation and/or partnership strategies to ensure effective working relationships with external agencies and health service providers, and establishes protocols that support referral, service co-ordination and continuity of serviceDevelops policies and procedures that ensure that programs and services implemented in the community meet professional standards (e.G. College of Nurses or CNPHI), establishes mechanisms (including information management and data collection systems) to support and monitor compliance and protect the city from potential liabilityMonitors and evaluates performance of subordinate management staff and approves salary incrementsParticipates in the review, planning and conduct of program innovations and applied research, including the preparation and review of research proposals and the submission of abstracts and delivery of presentationsRepresents Toronto Public Health and supports the Medical Officer of Health at meetings of the Board of Health, Sub Committees of the Board of Health, City Council and related Standing CommitteesManages information and action requests from members of Council through verbal response, reports and briefing notesEstablishes and maintains relationships with other municipal divisions,



health sector leaders and other levels of government on programming and policy issuesParticipates as part of the senior leadership group for health protection providing input into decisions that guide the Health Protection DirectorateKey Qualifications:Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:Extensive management experience in the public health sector with successful performance in strategic planning and implementing programs and public policy to facilitate service delivery improvements in at least one of these specific areas: Healthy Environments, Infection Prevention and Control, epidemiology, vaccine preventable diseases and infectious disease management.Considerable experience managing, leading, coaching, developing and motivating a diverse team of professionals, resolving labour relations issues, and setting standards for high level business performance.Considerable successful experience leading and implementing change to ensure continuous improvements and innovation and possess strong political acuity with the capacity to build productive and collaborative relationships with all levels of staff.Considerable experience managing complex assignments from inception through to implementation while balancing political, community and other stakeholder interests.Experience in infection prevention and control, case/contact management and outbreak response related to the diseases of public health significance in Ontario.Experience working with medical professionals in a collaborative setting involving consulting with physicians during the course of responding to infectious disease case investigation or outbreak response.Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or working towards certification, as well as completed courses similar to ones associated with the Canadian field epidemiology program; educational equivalencyfor both programs will be considered.Post-secondary education in public health, public administration or in a professional discipline pertinent to the job function, plus relevant management training and experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, a Master's Degree, is an asset.Proficiency in infectious disease/outbreak control responses organized using the incident management system (IMS).Strong ability to manage competing priorities and demands in a rapidly changing environment.Sound decision making ability using critical thinking and innovative and results oriented leadership.Highly effective verbal and written communication skills with an ability to inspire and motivate staff.Familiarity with Ontario Statutes, including Occupational Health and Safety Act, Health Protection and Promotion Act, Municipal Freedom of Information, and Personal Health Information and Privacy Act.City of Toronto employees are eligible to apply for the posted job opportunity, but cannot hold two different jobs. To be considered for this job posting, you must indicate that you are a "Current City of Toronto employee" on the on-line application form, and provide your "Employee Number".Equity, Diversity and InclusionThe City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity .#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Associate Director Public Health - C$142,104 - C$189,918 A Year (Toronto)
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